Comprehensive Clinician at Farnham Family Services – Oswego, New York

Job Summary:

Counseling position as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team delivering MAT, individual counseling and group therapy, case management, assessments, etc. in the Integrated Treatment Program.

This position works under the support and guidance of the Senior Therapist. Individual supervision is provided once per week (minimum). The Senior Therapist will provide periodic evaluations.

It is the responsibility of this position to know and understand the specific implications of VBH/VBP on day-to-day duties on the job.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)

Trained and skilled in all aspects of traditional OTP and Outpatient service delivery

Conduct evaluations and assessments

Work as part of the multidisciplinary treatment team, including with medical staff, gaining knowledge of safe practices associated with patients receiving addiction medicine(s).

Provide Individual, Group and Family Therapy.

Use of Evidenced Based Practices and appropriate Clinical Interventions in both practice and documentation.

Present cases in clinical staff meetings.

Provides case management.

Provide therapeutic interventions when applicable.

Provides individualized treatment planning.

Maintain a caseload

Complete appropriate documentation according to agency timelines.

Facilitate drug and alcohol testing.

Facilitate referrals when necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree preferred in the field of social work, counseling or other related area.
• CASAC preferred.
• QHP Status preferred.
• Master’s degree [or] bachelor’s degree plus CASAC Required (within three years of hire).
• Experience working with patients in substance use or mental health counseling setting.